It is impossible to know the exact origins of the Alaskan Malamute, or how long the breed has been in existence, though it is possible to imagine that they, along with their human partners, crossed a land or ice bridge over the Bering Strait into Alaska from Russia and Asia millennia ago. Click here to learn more about the Alaskan Malamute.

The Australian Shepherd is a well-travelled breed, probably originating with Basque shepherds, brought to Australia with these shepherds when they immigrated there from Europe, then brought to the United States in the 1800s when Basque shepherds immigrated to America from Australia. Click here to learn more about the Australian Shepherd.

The original Australian Terriers made their first appearance at a dog show in Melbourne in 1868; this breed was the first Australian breed to be recognized and shown in its native land, and the first Australian breed to be accepted officially abroad. Click here to learn more about the Australian Terrier.